Unique Holiday Gifts in Lackawanna County

Holiday shopping doesn’t have to be a chore! Read on to find creative, locally sourced gifts and unforgettable experiences in Lackawanna County for everyone on your list.

Holiday Markets and Artisan Finds

Support talented local craftsmen, artists, and small businesses to find something truly one-of-a-kind at our Christmas markets and artisan marketplaces. Shop more than 40 juried artisans at the Artisan’s Marketplace in Waverly on the weekend before Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving weekend, the Scranton Cultural Center hosts a Buy Local Holiday Marketplace featuring five floors of vendors. The Waldorf Traditional German Christmas Market also takes place the same weekend.

For more festive fun, head to Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton on the first weekend in December for the Lackawanna Winter Market, where you can browse more than 50 stalls stocked by local businesses while enjoying live music and tasty winter treats. That same weekend, the Borough of Olyphant hosts its Kris Kringle Market.

Then in mid-December, Lace Village hosts its Holiday Market with 50+ local businesses and vendors, photos with Santa, and live holiday music.

Want to find unique gifts without waiting for a Christmas market? On&On is a permanent marketplace featuring 50 artists and vendors in one building, so you can shop for vintage, handmade, and repurposed items whenever you want.

Local Keepsakes

Find gifts that uniquely reflect the Greater Scranton area at boutiques like Lavish Scranton, which boasts a luxurious selection of curated decor, clothing, and beauty products. For the nature lovers on your list, Pigeon Post Art & Gifts stocks beautiful bird- and nature-themed books, art, crafts, stationery, rubber stamps, and candles, all made by local artists. 

The Apothecary at Tusk has all the handcrafted, all-natural, cruelty-free skincare and fragrances for your gift-giving needs. If you need a Christmas floral arrangement, head to Jerry’s for All Seasons, which also sells live plants, patio furniture, and seasonal decor. Corky’s Garden Path is a full-service garden center that has a gift shop filled with elegant home decor items. And if you want to pick up a souvenir from The Office, everyone’s favorite Scranton-based sitcom, try the Lighthouse Gift Shop at Cooper’s Seafood House.

Wellness and Self-Care

Show your friends and family how much you care by giving them a self-care or wellness experience. Gift cards are available to The Salted Pixie, NEPA’s first salt cave sanctuary. Salt therapy supports respiratory health, lowers stress, and nourishes your skin. At The Giving Tree Wellness Center, you can treat someone special to float therapy that promotes relaxation and relieves stress. Or get them a gift card for red light therapy at The DripBar to improve their skin and reduce wrinkles and redness. Lackawanna County is also home to a large selection of spas, salons, and wellness centers that offer massages, beauty treatments, yoga and meditation sessions, and holistic services that will leave your loved one feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

DIY Gifts and Creative Experiences

If you’d like to flex your creative side and make your own gifts, head to Noteology to blend your own fragrance and create your own candle or perfume. If your friend is the creative one, gift them a painting class with Spirited Art Paint and Sip at one of its upcoming events, or book a private party for a handful of friends. 

Need a gift for a foodie? Treat them to dinner with a gift certificate to one of our Top 10 Unique Dining Experiences, including the romantic (and supposedly haunted!) AV Restaurant & Lounge, the fun and nostalgic Bartari restaurant and arcade, or the Harry Styles-themed eatery Lucca Fresca. 

Sweet Local Treats

You can never go wrong with something delicious, and NEPA has lots of sweet treats that show off our local flair. Gertrude Hawk, known throughout Pennsylvania for its chocolates, was founded in Dunmore. Stop by their retail store to pick up a box of smidgens or a holiday sampler. 

At Nibbles & Bits, you’ll find homemade chocolates and curated gift baskets. Bella Faccias is known for its printed, personalized chocolates, great for any holiday or special occasion. Dunmore Candy Kitchen has been selling chocolate since 1904, including elaborate molded lollipops and assorted gift boxes. While Osborne Cookie Company is known for its “Huge Cookies,” it also serves up cookie cups, cookie cakes, cinnamon buns, and seasonal specialties. 

If you need something to bring to a holiday party, Minooka Pastry Shop offers cookie trays, holiday cakes, and specialty cupcakes, plus lots of gluten-free options.

Broadway in Scranton Shows

Treat your friend to a night at the theater with tickets to see a Broadway in Scranton show at the Scranton Cultural Center. Each season features 4-6 acclaimed touring Broadway productions that come to life in a beautiful historic theater. Make it dinner and a show by adding a gift certificate to a nearby restaurant, like Cooper’s Seafood House, Picciocchi's Restaurant, or A’tera 519.

Gifts For Furry Friends

Don’t forget to celebrate your furry friends this season! Visit Stately Pet Supply for a large selection of high-quality products for dogs, cats, and other household pets — from wholesome treats and stylish accessories to toys and essentials that keep tails wagging all year long.

Let the Shopping Commence

Still have a few people to cross off your list? There’s plenty more shopping in Lackawanna County, from clothing boutiques to jewelers to sporting goods stores, so you’ll be sure to find that perfect gift.